Lee Ehrman is an American psychologist and behavior geneticist known for her contributions to the study of the genetic basis of behavior, particularly in animal models. She has served as a faculty member in the Department of Psychology at the University of Chicago and has been affiliated with the Institute for Behavioral Genetics. Ehrman’s research has focused on how genetic variation influences behavioral traits, using species such as birds and rodents as experimental subjects.
In addition to her research, Ehrman has held leadership positions in professional organizations related to behavior genetics. She served as president of the Behavior Genetics Association and has been involved in editorial activities for scholarly journals in the field.
Ehrman’s work has been recognized through various honors and awards, reflecting her impact on the integration of genetics and behavioral science. Her publications include peer‑reviewed articles and book chapters that address methodological approaches to studying behavior genetics and discuss the implications of genetic findings for understanding animal and human behavior.
References
- University of Chicago, Department of Psychology faculty listings (archived).
- Behavior Genetics Association, past presidents.
- Scholarly databases (e.g., PubMed, Web of Science) listing publications authored by L. Ehrman.
